Am Basteir
Mountain in Scotland
Also known as: Am Bàisteir
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The hike up Am Basteir
The route starts at Fairy Pools Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Am Basteir?
Am Basteir is 934 m above sea level and lies in Scotland. Its prominence is 49 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Am Basteir?
From Fairy Pools Parking it is about 6.4 km one way with 937 m of ascent. Expect around 6 h 32 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Am Basteir?
The nearest parking is Fairy Pools Parking (west of the peak) — 6.4 km on foot · ↑ 937 m · about 6 h 32 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area north of the peak (about 6.6 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Am Basteir in Conquer?
Yes — Am Basteir is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Am Basteir in the app
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